May 3, 2024 -- The Seven Network today announced the resignation of Shaun Menegola as Director of News, Seven Melbourne. His departure date has not yet been finalised and he will remain in his role for a transition period.
Mr Menegola said: “I have decided to call an end to my time here at 7NEWS in Melbourne.
“It’s entirely my decision and one I’ve been thinking about for a long time. It’s not one driven by anything else other than the fact that I’m looking to take a break to recharge and reboot – and to spend some time in my home state with family.
“I couldn’t be prouder of what this team has achieved over the last five or so years, and of the bulletins we turn out every night.
“It’s been a highlight of almost three decades running news bulletins and newsrooms,” he said.
Anthony De Ceglie, Seven Network Director of News and Public Affairs and Editor-in-Chief, Seven West Media, said: “Shaun has made a remarkable contribution to Seven Melbourne and, before that, Seven Perth over many years and he will be greatly missed.
In brief
The Seven Network says Shaun Menegola is resigning as Director of News for Seven Melbourne. His departure date has not been set, and he will stay in the position during a transition period. Menegola said the decision was his and that he wants to take a break, recharge and spend time with family in his home state. He described his time at 7NEWS Melbourne as a highlight of his career running newsrooms and bulletins. Seven Network Director of News and Public Affairs and Seven West Media Editor-in-Chief Anthony De Ceglie praised Menegola’s contributions in Melbourne and Perth. The network said it will announce Menegola’s successor later.
Key takeaways
- Shaun Menegola is leaving his role as Director of News, Seven Melbourne.
- His departure date has not been finalized, and he will remain during a transition period.
- Menegola said he is leaving by choice to take a break and spend time with family.
- The network says it will announce his successor in due course.
“He has been a driving force behind the success of 7NEWS Melbourne over the past five years and will leave a great legacy.”
Mr Menegola’s successor will be announced in due course.
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About theSeven Network
The Seven Network is part of Seven West Media (ASX: SWM), one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence in content production across broadcast television, publishing and digital. The Seven Network alone reaches about 17 million people a month.
The company owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses, including the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; the digital platform 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; and The Nightly. The Seven Network is home to Australia’s most loved news sport and entertainment programming, including 7NEWS, 7NEWS Spotlight, Sunrise, The Morning Show, The Voice, Home and Away, Australian Idol, My Kitchen Rules, SAS Australia, Farmer Wants A Wife, The Chase Australia, Better Homes and Gardens, RFDS, The 1% Club and the TV WEEK Logie Awards. Seven Network is also the broadcast partner of the AFL, Cricket Australia and Supercars.
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Questions around this news
Why is Shaun Menegola resigning from Seven Melbourne?
Menegola said the decision was entirely his and had been on his mind for a long time. He said he wants to take a break, recharge, and spend time with family in his home state. He said his departure was not driven by any other factor.
When will Shaun Menegola leave his role?
His departure date had not been finalised when the announcement was made. Menegola is expected to remain in the role during a transition period, but the release does not give a specific end date for that period.
What did Shaun Menegola do at Seven Melbourne?
Menegola was Director of News for Seven Melbourne. He said he had spent about five years with the team and praised its news bulletins. Seven Network executive Anthony De Ceglie credited him with helping drive the success of 7NEWS Melbourne during that period.
